2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
